A one‑day experience bringing together the 915’s top roasters, cafés, artisans, and coffee lovers.
The Sun City Specialty Coffee Fest is El Paso’s newest signature event - a vibrant, immersive celebration of the region’s coffee culture. Hosted inside the iconic Hotel Paso Del Norte, Autograph Collection, this inaugural festival brings together the 915’s top roasters, café brands, artisans, and coffee lovers for a full day of tastings, music, workshops, and community connection.
Celebrate the Culture. Taste the Craft. Meet the Makers.
Whether you’re a seasoned coffee enthusiast or just love a good cup, the Sun City Specialty Coffee Fest is your chance to explore the flavors, people, and creativity shaping El Paso’s growing specialty‑coffee scene.
What to Expect
Experience the best of El Paso’s specialty‑coffee scene - all under one iconic roof.
- Coffee Tastings - Sample unique, locally roasted beans from the region’s top roasters.
- Live DJ Sets - Multiple DJs spinning throughout the day to keep the energy high.
- Artisan Vendors - Shop local makers, creators, and specialty café brands.
- Workshops & Demos - Learn from industry pros about brewing, roasting, latte art, and more.
- Fresh Pastries & Burritos - Enjoy Dulce Café’s signature pastries and freshly baked breakfast burritos.
- ATTENDEE VOTING:
- Best Coffee Sample Category: Sun City Brew Award
- Best Local Roast Category: The 915 Roaster Choice Award
Additional Attendee Voting Tickets
Additional voting tickets will be available inside the ballroom on the day of the event at the El Paso Children's Hospital booth. Guests may pick up extra tickets by making a donation to El Paso Children's Hospital, with all proceeds directly supporting their pediatric programs.
- JUDGE VOTING:
- Best Matcha Category: Chuco Matcha Champion
- Best Latte Art Category: Sun City Barista Champion
- Specialty Coffee Drink Category: Best Specialty Drink in the 915
Tickets Include
- Coffee samples from participating vendors
- Access to all festival zones, tastings, and entertainment
- Entry to workshops (first‑come, first‑served)
- Voting access
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Hotel Paso Del Norte, Autograph Collection
10 Henry Trost Ct, El Paso, TX
Workshops
Pancho Villa Ballroom, located on the 2nd floor
‘Behind the Brew’ Talk @ 9:30am:
- Wake & Bake
- For You Coffee
- The Cup Studios
‘The Borderland Blend’ Panel Discussion & Q&A @ 10:30am:
- After Coffee
- Picacho
- Despierta Coffee
‘Experiencing Coffee Cascara’ Workshop @12:30pm:
- Doppio Coffee